CVE-2016-10308

Name: CVE-2016-10308
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-30T07:59:00.237+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.94%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-10308 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Siklu EtherHaul radios before 3.7.1 and 6.x before 6.9.0 have a built-in, hidden root account, with an unchangeable password that is the same across all devices. This account is accessible via both SSH and the device's web interface and grants access to the underlying embedded Linux OS on the device, allowing full control over it.. EPSS estimates a 2.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Siklu EtherHaul radios before 3.7.1 and 6.x before 6.9.0 have a built-in, hidden root account, with an unchangeable password that is the same across all devices. This account is accessible via both SSH and the device's web interface and grants access to the underlying embedded Linux OS on the device, allowing full control over it.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.94%

85.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-798

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Siklu	Etherhaul Firmware	<= 3.7.0
Siklu	Etherhaul Firmware	6.0

References

http://blog.iancaling.com/post/145309944453Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97243Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://blog.iancaling.com/post/145309944453Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97243Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Mar 30, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-10308?

How severe is CVE-2016-10308?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-10308 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-10308?

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Source: NVD / NIST